Castiel roused to the sweet sound of guitar chords being played in the silence of the room. He left his eyes closed and focused on listening to the music with a small smile spread across his lips. He dared himself to take a peek at what Dean was doing and hoped the man in question wasn't looking at him. Slowly, Castiel opened his sleep-ridden eyes to see Dean was indeed not looking at him. He was perched on the end of the bed with his acoustic guitar sitting in his lap as he slowly strummed cords - naked. His eyes were closed with his head tilted back just enough that it looked like he looked up to the ceiling. The way the early dawn sunlight peeped through the gap in the curtains and landed on Dean's tanned skin which made the man look even more beautiful if that was even possible.

Castiel couldn't look away just like he couldn't when he saw him at The Roadhouse. This man before him was so beautiful when he was absorbed in his music as if he's in his own world with nothing but him and his music. Castiel didn't recognise what Dean played but that didn't matter. Whatever it was, it caught Castiel up in the moment and he just enjoyed watching and listening to the man before him in wonder. How was he so lucky to come across this man?

It could have been hours, minutes, days and Castiel would never have been tired of the sight before him. But all songs come to an end, and unfortunately, that came too soon for Castiel's liking. Dean stopped strumming his guitar and opened his eyes slowly. Castiel thought about closing his eyes and pretending he was still asleep but thought better of it as Dean slowly turned his head to look at Castiel. Dean's lips turned up into a wide toothy grin at the sight of Castiel staring at him before he placed his guitar on the ground and crawled up the bed to hover over Castiel; their faces just inches away from one another.

"Morning Cas" Dean greeted

"Good morning Dean" Castiel replied and shifted his hands up to rest on Dean's hips to rub his thumbs slowly in a circular motion.

Dean leaned down to close the small gap between them and planted his lips against Castiel's. It was different to everything they shared last night. Last night was passionate and needy but this was nice, soft and tender. Wanting more, Dean licked his tongue along Castiel's bottom lip searching for entry which Castiel gave willingly. Castiel felt one of Dean's hands move to tangle itself in his hair while Castiel moved his hands to wrap around Dean's waist to pull him closer so their bodies were flush against each other from head to toe.

They relearned each other's mouths as if they hadn't done so for hours last night with little moans and gasps into one another. Castiel, suddenly aware of his own nakedness, decided to take advantage of their forms and bucked his hips which earned a groan from the larger man. Castiel smirked across their joined lips as he snaked his right hand between their bodies to grasp Dean's half-hard cock and slowly stroked it to full-hardness.

Dean parted their lips and let his head drop down onto Castiel's shoulder nuzzling into his neck and gasped. The warm breath Dean let out sent shivers down Castiel's back. It sent his blood south and his own cock grew in interest. Castiel released his hand from around Dean and wiggled himself beneath Dean's weight in an attempt to line up their groins. Dean realised what Castiel was trying to achieve, and helped by pushing himself up on his elbows and lined their hips together before he resumed his position with his head pressed into Castiel's neck.

They both gasped at the contact as their cocks lined up against each other. Slowly, Dean started to move his hips and whispered "Please Cas" into his neck. And who was Castiel to deny the man? He moved his hand back between their bodies and grasped both their groins to stroke them together as they groaned in unison. Dean's hips started to canter faster fucking into Castiel's hand causing further friction between them.

They rocked together gasping and moaning as they felt the heat pool as Castiel's hand sped faster to push them to completion. One of Dean's hands moved to once again tangle in Castiel's hair and tugged lightly which caused Castiel to cry out it pleasure. Castiel fell over the edge, his orgasm burst through him and coated their chests and his hand in cum. He distantly heard the sound of Dean's orgasm before he felt cum cover his hand and chest once again. Castiel continued to stroke them both through to milk the last of their orgasms before they were too sensitive to keep going.

Dean pressed small kisses into Castiel's neck as they came down from their highs which caused Castiel to squirm. Dean's hand released its grip from Castiel's hair as the musician once again hovered over him.

"Well, that was a great way to wake up" Dean said with a grin plastered on his face.

Castiel smiled in return before he moved one of his hands to tangle in the hair on the back of Dean's neck and pulled him down for another tender kiss.

Dean pulled himself away somewhat reluctantly and rolled himself onto his back away from Castiel. The warmth was missed so Castiel moved himself over and cuddled into Dean's side to lay an arm lazily across Dean's waist. As Castiel snuggled closer, Dean wrapped his arm around Castiel and rubbed his hand up and down his arm.

"Not that I don't like this," Dean started after a few minutes "But I need a shower and I'm starving"

Castiel hummed in agreement as he looked down at their chests and saw the evidence that yes, they were desperately in need of a shower.

"I suppose you're right. Especially after last night I could really go for some food" Castiel replied

Castiel could feel the vibrations as Dean chuckled beneath him before he spoke again "I would cook you breakfast, but uh we don't have any food"

Castiel let out a snort "Of course you don't. Well, we could go out for breakfast? Unless you have something to do today? I don't mind going home if you'd rather not hang out or whatever." Castiel rambled on. He knew he was rambling but he couldn't stop himself. He was nervous. What if Dean wanted space? Maybe he wasn't as in to this as he was? All his thoughts and worries were pushed aside with Dean's answer.

"Sounds good. I don't have anything to do till about 3 this afternoon. So we can spend the morning together. Unless you have something to do today?"

Castiel snorted again "Dean, I don't have job at the moment. I have absolutely nothing to do today"

"Oh yeah, forgot about that. Well, you go have a shower, and I'll tidy up a bit. I'll bring your clothes in for you when I find them all" He ended with a chuckle

Castiel groaned as he reluctantly removed himself from Dean's hold. He made a move to stand and saw his boxers within close proximity so he pulled them on just in case someone was home. He didn't think walking through Dean's apartment naked was a good idea as he didn't know if his brother was home or not.

He made a move to the door and realised he didn't know where the bathroom was. He turned back to Dean who was still laid down on the bed watching him. "Uh Dean, where's your bathroom?"

"First door on the left" he replied as he stood up and retrieved his own boxers. "I'll be in with your clothes in a minute"

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Half an hour later, they made their way down the street to the local diner. As they entered the diner, Dean spied a booth down the back where they could sit and have a bit of privacy. He grabbed Castiel's hand to pull him towards the free both before he sat down. Castiel moved away from Dean to sit on the other side but Dean wasn't having that. He tugged on Castiel's hand and pulled him into the bench seat to sit beside him.

"I don't want you sitting so far away" he whined with a pout on his face

Castiel couldn't hold back a laugh as he tipped his head back and let his laughter fill the air. He was gorgeous when he laughed. His smile was enough to make Dean smile in return but his laughter, it just made him unbelievably happy.

They ordered their breakfast content to just be next to each other in the booth before Castiel broke the silence

"What song were you playing this morning?" He asked "Is it something new or just an old one?" No demand to know in his tone just obvious curiosity and why wouldn't he be? Castiel was obviously interested in Dean's music so he was going to ask questions about it seeing it made Dean happy. But Dean didn't think he was quite ready to share what he had played that morning due to the fact it was inspired by the man who asked the question.

Dean had woken that morning inspired by the night's events. His mind was full with lyrics for a possible song about Cas and what he made Dean feel even after just one night together, Dean felt like he could write an entire song about what Cas made him feel. And being honest with himself? Dean was definitely not ready to share that with Castiel just yet. He didn't want to freak him out.

"Oh it was nothing. Just mucking round ya know?" Dean said as he tried to sound convincing. It must've worked because Castiel just shrugged.

"Well sounded pretty good" Castiel pushed his back into Dean's side as Dean put his arm around his shoulders.

"God I feel like a teenager doing this crap" Dean teased. Castiel giggled honest to God giggled in reply just as their food came.

They ate in silence as they fed each other parts of their meals that the other didn't have like they had been together for years not one night. As they finished up, Dean ordered another coffee for the both of them so they could sit and talk for a bit longer. Maybe even about what this was that they were doing. Dean had so many questions running around in his head that he needed to ask but was just too afraid to voice them. Luckily, Castiel asked first.

Castiel pushed his plate away as he sat up a little and turned to look Dean in the eye as he spoke "I know we've only been on one date and I know we haven't even known each other that long…" Castiel paused obviously nervous about what he was going to say next. Dean put his hand on Castiel's and entwined their fingers together and gave him a soft smile in encouragement to carry on what he was saying. "I just… I really like you Dean and I was wondering if…" Castiel stopped again this time for longer like he wasn't actually going to finish what he was saying. The silence was too long so Dean decided to try pry it out of him.

"Wondering what Cas?" There was no pushiness to his tone. He was simply curious if Castiel would ask what Dean wanted him to ask.

Castiel looked up at him with scared, nervous eyes. Dean tried to keep his smile to encourage him to speak as well as rubbing his thumb on the back of his palm.

"Look Dean, it's just been a long time since I've been with anyone like I told you last night and I totally understand if you don't want anything more than what's happened last night and today but I just… I really like you and I wanted to ask if you would be my boyfriend" Castiel spoke so fast Dean struggled to keep up with what he was being said. But he heard what he wanted to hear and lucky for him, Castiel actually asked because if he was honest with himself, he probably wouldn't have had the guts to do it.

Dean had been silent too long and Castiel's face started to break down in disappointment. Quickly Dean tried to rectify his mistake of stalling so long. "I really like you too Cas and I definitely want more than what happened last night and this morning. So of course I'll be your boyfriend. I wouldn't be in a booth pretty much cuddling with you in public if I didn't because trust me when I say this – Dean Winchester does not cuddle and if you breathe a word of this to anyone and I mean anyone I will destroy you." Dean tried to sound harsh on the last part but it obviously didn't work as Castiel's face broke into a grin and he laughed again. "I mean it Cas" Dean reinforced as he pointed a finger in Castiel's face but his act was soon let up and he laughed along with Castiel. Damn this man and his stupid adorable laugh.

As they both calmed down again Castiel settled back against Dean's side and sipped the coffee in front of him.

"No but seriously," Dean began "Don't tell anyone I cuddle; especially Sammy. I have a reputation to uphold."

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The two finally separated shortly after they left the diner with Dean saying he had to go meet his brother to sort out some stuff to do with the band. One car drive in the Impala and one long passionate kiss later, Castiel was reluctantly saying goodbye to Dean.

"I'll call you later" Dean promised with one more chaste kiss before Castiel finally made his way out of the car.

Castiel smiled through the wound down window unwilling to leave but knew he had to "I'll talk to you later then" he said with a grin before he turned and walked towards his brother's apartment building. Castiel heard the roar of the impala start up again and looked over his shoulder to see Dean still looking at him with a grin. Castiel continued to walk towards the building not looking back again as he heard the engine head off into the street.

Castiel couldn't wipe the grin off his face the whole elevator ride up to the apartment unable to stop his thoughts about how well things had gone with Dean. He tried to compose himself and school his emotions before he entered the apartment as he didn't want the third degree from Gabriel. He took out his key and opened the door with a sigh as he knew that the questions were always going to come whether he had a stoic expression or not. He had just spent an entire night out with Dean. It was obvious things had gone well between them.

As if on cue, as soon as Castiel was in the door, Gabriel entered the living room with a huge grin on his face like a Cheshire cat.

"Hey little bro" Gabriel greeted with a 'I-know-what-you-were-doing-last-night' look on his face.

"Hello Gabriel" Castiel replied with a stoic expression as he tried not to give anything away. He'd rather not disclose all the details of his and Dean's night together to his brother. Ever since they were young, Gabriel wanted to know every detail of Castiel's love life and he would never give up until he got the truth out of him. Unfortunately for Castiel, it went both ways. Gabriel would tell every aspect of his private life to Castiel whether he wanted to or not. On one occasion, Castiel was tied to a chair and forced to listen to Gabriel's encounter with some woman he saw in an ice cream store. He hadn't even talked to the woman but somehow, Gabriel seemed to know everything about this woman and didn't leave out a single detail for his younger brother.

So of course, Castiel's lack of facial expression didn't work and Gabriel pressed for answers as soon as Castiel moved to sit on the couch.

"So I guess the night went better than expected seeing you're only just walking through the door now" Gabriel provoked as he tried to get answers out of Castiel.

Castiel didn't buy into it. Not this time. He'd finally found someone he actually liked and he was not going to disclose more than he needed to his ever-curious brother. "Yes, it was a nice evening. Now please go away I'd like to have a nap." Castiel sighed as his brother didn't move from where he had sat down next to him.

"Oh no Cassie, you're not getting out of this that easy. You are going to tell me everything." Gabriel moved closer and poked Castiel in the side

Castiel moved away from his brother's insistent poking which started to hurt. "Gabriel!" Castiel protested angrily and sent him a fierce glare "Please just leave me alone. You don't need to know every aspect of my life. Just this once I'd like to keep this to myself and not have to tell you everything!" His voice was a lot harsher than he wanted it to be but it was the only way to deal with his insistent nuisance of a brother. The hurt on his brother's face was enough to make Castiel feel increasingly guilty for his raised voice. "Please," Castiel begged with a softer tone "Can you just leave it. I will tell you in my own time but right now I just want to see where this goes and not have to tell you everything that's going on when to be honest, right now, I don't know what's going on myself."

There was silence for a few minutes as Gabriel looked at the floor and appeared hurt that his brother didn't want to share with him. It was unlike his brother to be so quiet. Castiel reached a hand out and placed it around Gabriel's shoulders and pulled him into a hug.

"You're my brother, and I love you for everything you've done. I will tell you, I promise, but right now please, just let me go the fuck to sleep. I'm exhausted." Castiel reassured.

His brother snorted against his chest before he pulled back with a grin on his face "I bet you are" Castiel pushed his brother away with a scow and forced him off the couch so he could lie down. His brother stood up and left him to sleep. Just as Castiel closed his eyes, he heard his brother call out to him from down his bedroom. "I'm keeping you to your promise Castiel!" With a soft chuckle, Castiel surrendered to his exhaustion.